Nick Clegg talked safely back down to earth after vote collapses.

Nick Clegg, passenger in a light political party somewhere over Middle Britain was talked safely down to the ground after his vote collapsed leaving him spiralling out of control. He'd been totally relying on a friend for a joy ride into government - but his companion's political career was cut tragically short.

Clegg's political life was saved by a talking-to from two heavyweights...